Mount Mercy University Newshttps://www.mtmercy.edu/news-events/news-archive/289
enDuello joins Mount Mercy University as vice president for development and alumni relationshttps://www.mtmercy.edu/news-events/article/2015/03/31/duello-joins-mount-mercy-university-vice-president-development-and
<div class="field field-name-field-secondary-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="https://www.mtmercy.edu/sites/default/files/article-images/Brenda%20Duello.jpg" width="2100" height="2940" alt="" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Mount Mercy University is pleased to announce Brenda Duello as vice president for development and alumni relations.</p>
<p>A 1996 Mount Mercy graduate, Duello holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a certified fund raising executive (CFRE) credential.</p>
<p>Duello comes to Mount Mercy from The University of Iowa where she served in development leadership roles for 11 years.</p>
<p>“Brenda joins the university during a very exciting time,” said President Laurie Hamen. “As our academic offerings continue to expand, our athletic programs grow and we prepare to enter the construction phase at The Robert W. Plaster Athletic Complex, her vast experience will only add to Mount Mercy’s forward-thinking momentum.”</p>
<p>Duello will assume the role on April 27.</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/297">Development</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/619">Office of Development and Alumni Relations</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/375">Development staff</a></div></div></div>Tue, 31 Mar 2015 18:41:55 +0000Kelli Sanders6280 at https://www.mtmercy.eduCedar Rapids Area College Students Fund-raise ‘For The Kids’https://www.mtmercy.edu/news-events/article/2015/03/11/cedar-rapids-area-college-students-fund-raise-%E2%80%98-kids%E2%80%99
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Students from Coe College, Kirkwood Community College, and Mount Mercy University participating in the Cedar Rapids Dance Marathon will be taking to their feet for twelve straight hours to raise money for the University of Iowa Children’s Hospital.</p>
<p>Cedar Rapids Dance Marathon is a student-run philanthropy organization. Students from Coe, Mount Mercy, and Kirkwood partner together to raise money for families at the University of Iowa Children's Hospital through the Children's Miracle Network.</p>
<p>The students’ year-long fundraising efforts will be concluded on April 11 when student “dancers” from all three schools gather at Mount Mercy University in honor of the families and reveal this year’s fundraising total. Each dancer has to fund-raise a minimum of $35. This year’s goal is to raise $28,000.</p>
<p>Money raised from the event will be distributed to the University Children’s Hospital by the Children’s Miracle Network. The money provides assistance to local families who have children with life-threatening illnesses. Funds cover a range of necessities such as a cup of coffee ($3.45) to a pediatric wheel chair ($1,680). </p>
<p>Throughout the duration of the Dance Marathon, students will be doing more than dancing. The day is instead filled with activities such as playing games, exercising, and doing anything but sitting, to raise money for the children. At the top of each hour all participants will come together for the moral dance, a choreographed dance routine, which shows the unity between the schools in support of the kids.</p>
<p>The main mantra of the event is to always stand “For The Kids.” The dancers cannot drink caffeine at all before or during the event. The college students will also have the opportunity to meet the families they are dancing for.</p>
<p>Dance Marathon events began in 1991 in honor of Ryan White who was nineteen when he passed away from HIV/AIDS after a blood transfusion. He passed away the summer before he planned to begin school at Indiana University. In his honor, his friends created Dance Marathon. There are now over 250 colleges and universities that host events.</p>
<p>The Cedar Rapids Dance Marathon will be held at Mount Mercy University on Saturday, April 11 from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. To make a donation to Cedar Rapids Dance Marathon visit <a href="http://events.dancemarathon.com/event/CRDM" target="_blank">events.dancemarathon.com/event/CRDM</a></p>
<p><em>written by Laura Kerr</em></p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/50">student life</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-related-links-title field-type-text field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"></div></div></div>Wed, 11 Mar 2015 19:08:28 +0000Marco Fichtner6223 at https://www.mtmercy.eduCongratulations to Mount Mercy University's February 2015 graduates!https://www.mtmercy.edu/news-events/article/2015/03/09/congratulations-mount-mercy-universitys-february-2015-graduates
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><table style="width: 300px;" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><colgroup><col span="4" width="64" /></colgroup><tbody><tr height="20"><td colspan="2" width="128" height="20">Melissa Barnes</td>
<td colspan="2" width="128">Becky Marx</td>
</tr><tr height="20"><td colspan="2" height="20">Jess Berding-Wheat</td>
<td colspan="2">Kristen Meese</td>
</tr><tr height="20"><td colspan="2" height="20">Ashley Chambers</td>
<td colspan="2">Jessica Merrell</td>
</tr><tr height="20"><td colspan="2" height="20">Milos Draca</td>
<td colspan="2">Micheal Mrstik</td>
</tr><tr height="20"><td colspan="2" height="20">Rachel Good</td>
<td colspan="2">Brian Mullan</td>
</tr><tr height="20"><td colspan="2" height="20">Lorri Gunderson</td>
<td colspan="2">Sorya Nees</td>
</tr><tr height="20"><td colspan="2" height="20">Janelle Hansen</td>
<td colspan="2">Carie Roth</td>
</tr><tr height="20"><td colspan="2" height="20">Megan Hawk</td>
<td>Lisa Rule</td>
<td> </td>
</tr><tr height="20"><td colspan="2" height="20">Darren Hubler</td>
<td colspan="2">Suzanne Schafer</td>
</tr><tr height="20"><td colspan="2" height="20">Emilie Inglebright</td>
<td colspan="2">Renee Schwamman</td>
</tr><tr height="20"><td colspan="2" height="20">Katie Jammer</td>
<td colspan="2">Stacy Steffens</td>
</tr><tr height="20"><td colspan="2" height="20">Jason Jeck</td>
<td colspan="2">Amy Stratton</td>
</tr><tr height="20"><td colspan="2" height="20">Robin Kenney</td>
<td colspan="2">Kelly Trandem</td>
</tr><tr height="20"><td colspan="2" height="20">Katrina Kidwell</td>
<td colspan="2">Melissa Watson</td>
</tr><tr height="20"><td colspan="2" height="20">Terra Koenig</td>
<td colspan="2">Viken Wellman</td>
</tr><tr height="20"><td colspan="2" height="20">Elizabeth Krebs</td>
<td colspan="2">Matthew Wermers</td>
</tr><tr height="20"><td colspan="2" height="20">Kristin Lee</td>
<td colspan="2">Carrie Wood</td>
</tr></tbody></table></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/953">graduates</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/19">alumni</a></div></div></div>Mon, 09 Mar 2015 20:25:55 +0000Marco Fichtner6216 at https://www.mtmercy.eduMount Mercy launches new curriculums https://www.mtmercy.edu/news-events/article/2015/02/26/mount-mercy-launches-new-curriculums
<div class="field field-name-field-secondary-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="https://www.mtmercy.edu/sites/default/files/article-images/Woit_110504_559.jpg" width="4256" height="2832" alt="" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Mount Mercy University continues to expand academics this spring by offering two new undergraduate majors, a new minor and additional tracks of study. </p>
<p>The Department of Natural and Applied Sciences welcomes chemistry and science marketing majors in Spring 2015.</p>
<p>“While chemistry has existed as a minor,” stated Terri Crumley, dean of admissions at Mount Mercy, “we’re pleased to transition it to a major with tracks in biochemistry and forensic science to help more students work toward their bachelor’s degrees and ultimately their careers.”</p>
<p>Science marketing is a one-of-a-kind hybrid major that combines science courses with marketing classes to give students an edge in sales careers.</p>
<p>“The science marketing major is the perfect fit for students with business minds and hearts in the science world,” Crumley explained. “This is a great area of study for students aspiring to be in medical or pharmaceutical sales.”</p>
<p>Mount Mercy’s management major now offers four tracks including operations management, international management, sustainability/corporate social responsibility, and sports management.</p>
<p>An environmental justice minor was added along with a new endorsement for aspiring teachers, English as a second language.</p>
<p>“These new additions to our already diverse curriculum offer even more exciting outlets for students to pursue their goals,” Crumley stated. “It’s just another way Mount Mercy strives to provide opportunities for all students to receive a quality education.” </p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/250">Chemistry</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/412">science</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/97">Marketing</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/1017">Management</a></div></div></div>Thu, 26 Feb 2015 16:25:01 +0000Kelli Sanders6175 at https://www.mtmercy.eduMount Mercy hosts immigration speaker, interfaith servicehttps://www.mtmercy.edu/news-events/article/2015/02/20/mount-mercy-hosts-immigration-speaker-interfaith-service
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>On February 23, Sr. Kathleen Erickson will visit Mount Mercy University to lecture on her experiences serving immigrants near the Mexican border. Her discussion will begin at 7 p.m. in the Flaherty Community Room, second floor Basile Hall.</p>
<p>Sr. Kathleen has been a member of the Sisters of Mercy for nearly 50 years, focusing on the issue of immigration since 1991. Sister Kathleen opened an immigrant shelter for women and ran immersion experiences for those curious about immigration issues.</p>
<p>“Immigration is one of the six critical concerns that our university founders, the Sisters of Mercy, focus on,” stated Isaiah Corbin, coordinator for volunteerism and service learning. “Sr. Kathleen has a tremendous amount of knowledge on the topic of immigration because of the work she has done to create a less hostile environment along the border.”</p>
<p>On the heels of Sr. Kathleen’s visit, there will be an interfaith service to reflect on migrants and immigrants on February 24 at 7 p.m. in the Chapel of Mercy. During this special service, prayers and readings from various traditions will be brought together to emphasize the need for compassion, love, and understanding for all humankind. A member of the Interfaith Committee for Detained Immigrants in Chicago, Sr. Maria Zeiman, will speak on her experiences of working with immigrants.</p>
<p>“The interfaith service will allow people to come together and stand in solidarity for immigrants in the United States and all around the world,” explained Corbin.</p>
<p>The events are open to the public and free of charge; seating may be limited. </p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/1023">mission and ministry</a></div></div></div>Fri, 20 Feb 2015 16:33:27 +0000Kelli Sanders6152 at https://www.mtmercy.eduMount Mercy welcomes CNN correspondent John Allen to campushttps://www.mtmercy.edu/news-events/article/2015/02/10/mount-mercy-welcomes-cnn-correspondent-john-allen-campus
<div class="field field-name-field-secondary-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="https://www.mtmercy.edu/sites/default/files/article-images/61jcTWOCVvL._UX250_.jpg" width="250" height="173" alt="" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Mount Mercy University’s Presidential Lecture Series was established in 2009 to highlight issues of value to the institution and its founders the Sisters of Mercy. This year, the university welcomes journalist John L. Allen Jr., senior Vatican analyst for CNN and associate editor at <em>The Boston Globe</em>.</p>
<p>Allen is the author of nine books on Catholic affairs including, “Against the Tide: The Radical Leadership of Pope Francis.” This work reflects upon the pope’s humility, compassion and vision for the church.</p>
<p>Allen’s visit falls on the heels of House Speaker Boehner’s announcement last week of the pope’s plan to address Congress this September.</p>
<p>“The Congressional conversation marks the first time a pontiff will have addressed a joint meeting,” said Mount Mercy University President Laurie Hamen. “Pope Francis is opening doors to a new era, and we’re looking forward to exploring his leadership with Mr. Allen — a journalist at the forefront of Vatican coverage.”</p>
<p>Allen’s lecture will take place on Thursday, Feb. 19 at 7:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Mercy on Mount Mercy’s campus. The public is welcome to attend this free event.</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/382">Presidential Lecture Series</a></div></div></div>Tue, 10 Feb 2015 15:45:48 +0000Kelli Sanders6110 at https://www.mtmercy.eduMount Mercy hosts Black Women Symposiumhttps://www.mtmercy.edu/news-events/article/2015/02/06/mount-mercy-hosts-black-women-symposium
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>African-American community leaders from the Corridor will gather at Mount Mercy University on Feb. 11, from 5:30-7 p.m. to participate in a professional women’s panel: Black Women Symposium. The panel will take place in Flaherty Community Room, second floor of Basile Hall.</p>
<p>Associate Professor of Social Work April Dirks-Bihun, Ph.D. and the university’s multicultural affairs committee have organized the event in honor of Black History Month.</p>
<p>“Black women in America have learned to find humor in heartache, to see beauty in the midst of desperation,” said Dumayi Gutierrez, Mount Mercy graduate assistant for multicultural affairs. “The symposium panelists will discuss their professional journeys and the hurdles they’ve faced along the way.”</p>
<p>Panelists will include: Dr. Ruth White, director/president of The Academy for Scholastic and Personal Success; Evette Creighton, engineer at Rockwell; Quinneka Lee, assistant director of residence life and intercultural life at Cornell College; Shawna Clemente, student success coordinator at Mount Mercy; Kendra Malone, Safe Zone at University of Iowa; Shaweka Outlaw, facility buyer at Cedar River Mill; Sherree Wilson, Ph.D., associate dean, cultural affairs &amp; diversity initiatives at University of Iowa; BaSheeba Mays, graduate assistant for residence life at Mount Mercy.</p>
<p>“It is hopeful that this program will continue to engage the campus and community in discussion of social justice,” said Gutierrez. <strong> </strong></p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/806">diversity</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/958">social work</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/1022">multicultural affairs</a></div></div></div>Fri, 06 Feb 2015 17:39:44 +0000Kelli Sanders6079 at https://www.mtmercy.eduLowe Park Gallery Displays Mount Mercy Arthttps://www.mtmercy.edu/news-events/article/2015/02/04/lowe-park-gallery-displays-mount-mercy-student-art
<div class="field field-name-field-secondary-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><img src="https://www.mtmercy.edu/sites/default/files/article-images/dilipreshmi.jpg" width="1500" height="1077" alt="" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><span>For the third year in a row, t</span>he Marion Arts Council is sponsoring an exhibit of artwork by Mount Mercy University and Cornell College art students at the Lowe Park Gallery, Lowe Park Arts and Environment Center, 4500 North 10th Street in Marion, Iowa.<br /><br /> The exhibit opened January 30 and will be on display through February 27. An opening reception will be held Tuesday, February 10 from 6:30 p.m.- 8 p.m.</p>
<p>Lowe Park Gallery hours are: Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-4 p.m., and the first Saturday of the month, 1 p.m.-3 p.m.<br /><br /> The exhibit includes the artwork of 18 Mount Mercy students:<br /> Abbey Konzen<br /> Lauren Brunson<br /> Meghan Ryan<br /> Alyssa Vicente<br /> Leslie Hoffmann<br /> Mariah Kidd<br /> Randah Espy<br /> Dilip Reshmi<br /> Cameron Wood<br /> Dana Njenga<br /> Colin Fruetel<br /> Kate Till<br /> Anna Bohr<br /> Jacob Herndon<br /> Andre Vicuna<br /> Gabriel Acosta<br /> Abby Manternach<br /> Abby Martin</p>
<p>Janie Mills, <span>Campus Store manager, </span>also has art on display.</p>
<p>The exhibit shows some of the best works from students in Mount Mercy art classes and includes a wide range of media and techniques: graphic design, drawings, paintings, hand-made books, prints, photographs, ceramics and sculpture.<br /><br />To learn more, visit the <a href="http://www.marionartscouncil.com/events/exhibits.shtml">Marion Arts Council </a>website.</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/919">fine art</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/294">art</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/1020">graphic design</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/1021">art education</a></div></div></div>Wed, 04 Feb 2015 20:15:26 +0000Kelli Sanders6060 at https://www.mtmercy.eduSix faculty members highlighted for promotions or tenurehttps://www.mtmercy.edu/news-events/article/2015/01/29/six-faculty-members-highlighted-promotions-or-tenure
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><h3>The university congratulates these faculty members and thanks them for their unwavering commitment to education:</h3>
<p><a href="http://www.mtmercy.edu/dawn-behan">Dr. Dawn Behan</a>, associate professor and director of graduate education—promoted to professor.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.mtmercy.edu/christopher-devault">Dr. Christopher DeVault</a>, assistant professor of English—awarded tenure and promoted to associate professor.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.mtmercy.edu/dennis-dew">Dr. Dennis Dew</a>, assistant professor of psychology—awarded tenure and promoted to associate professor.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.mtmercy.edu/adam-ebert">Dr. Adam Ebert</a>, assistant professor of history—awarded tenure and promoted to associate professor.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.mtmercy.edu/kristopher-keuseman">Dr. Kristopher Keuseman</a>, assistant professor of chemistry—awarded tenure and promoted to associate professor.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.mtmercy.edu/jennifer-rasmussen">Jennifer Rasmussen</a>, associate professor of education—awarded tenure. </p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/48">academics</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/42">faculty</a></div></div></div>Thu, 29 Jan 2015 17:03:56 +0000Kelli Sanders6049 at https://www.mtmercy.eduHabitat Saturdays kick off January 17 https://www.mtmercy.edu/news-events/article/2015/01/16/habitat-saturdays-kick-january-17
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>To celebrate the fall inauguration of President Laurie Hamen, Mount Mercy University has partnered with Cedar Valley Habitat for Humanity (CVHFH) to construct three new Cedar Rapids homes. As announced in December, Mount Mercy faculty, staff and students will provide labor for CVHFH Youth United and Pope Francis Build projects.</p>
<p>Members from the university community will staff build sights once a month as part of what the school has named Habitat Saturdays. Mount Mercy volunteers will work on the Youth Build at 324 7th Street SW for the first time on Saturday, January 17 from 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. President Hamen and her husband Bill will lead the mix of Mount Mercy volunteers.</p>
<p>“Nearly 25 Mount Mercy faculty, staff, students and friends are looking forward to participating in this opportunity to change lives,” said Isaiah Corbin, coordinator of volunteerism and service learning. “Giving back in meaningful ways is at the heart of our campus and is the backbone of a Mercy education.”</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-taxonomy-vocabulary-1 field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/1004">inauguration</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/46">service</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/news-events/news-archive/category/950">volunteer</a></div></div></div>Fri, 16 Jan 2015 16:42:40 +0000Kelli Sanders5924 at https://www.mtmercy.edu